Backflow Specialist Technician

The City of Oxnard’s Public Works Water Division is seeking a Backflow Specialist Technician to become part of the Team. This position is a member of a dedicated service oriented team where collaboration, leadership and growth are promoted at all levels. The Water Divisions priority is to provide safe and reliable drinking water to our customers and the highest level of customer service. 

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure compliance with field backflow devices, cross connection management, and risk assessments as required under the State Water Resources Control Board Cross Connection Policy Handbook of the California Health and Safety Code (CHSC, section 116275 (h)). 
• Perform installations, repairs, assembly, cleaning, certification, testing and inspections of backflow/cross-connection devices. 
• Work with contractors to ensure proper size, type, location and placement of backflow preventers.
• Estimate time and materials for work projects.
• Assign service orders to staff.
• Identify water theft and changes in consumption patterns and other potential repair issues on multiple routes.
• Inspecting work in progress.
• Make safety recommendations to supervisors.
• May serve as a lead worker, training personnel and assuring adherence to safe work methods.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is a stand-alone classification in the Utilities job family.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non- routine matters and deadlines.

WORK SCHEDULE: The normal City work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm. Depending on the work assignment staff may be assigned to shifts that is outside the standard City work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs and perform on call duties. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay 

Essential Functions

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Assembles backflow cross connection preventers, excavates to expose pipes, soldering pipe and connecting fittings, and replaces damaged and faulty backflow preventers,assembly and installation of backflow cages and mixing, pouring and finishing concrete pads. 
• Installs fittings on backflow connectors to connect differential pressure gauge for periodic testing
• Conducts periodic and routine tests and assessments of backflow prevention devices
• Conducts hazard assessments/inspections of all service connections within City service area to insure appropriate backflow prevention assemblies are in place for the risk at hand and makes recommendations to customer for corrective device actions if necessary
• Performs documentation for data and record management; verifies existing field data and makes and/or recommends corrective action when necessary
• Operates equipment such as backhoes, truck mounted cranes, pneumatic tools, compactors and other
• specialty tools and equipment; operates basic technical equipment such as computers and smart devices for data recording and management
• Inspects, tests, repairs and/or replaces all devices not in compliance as necessary to assure compliance with City, and State Regulations.
• Maintains all testing devices and ensure calibration and compliance; Maintains test data records on backflow preventers
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
• Maintains bi-annual re-certification and CEU requirements for Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification

Minimum Qualifications

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED 

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of related utilities maintenance and/or repair experience that may include specialized vocational training.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
• Completion of approved and qualifying Backflow Tester Course within 18 Months of Hire
• Possession of valid Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification from a certifying organization recognized by the State Water Resources Control Board within 18 months of employment.
• Continual Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester certification in good standing is a condition of continued employment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors

Salary: $48,312.78 – $73,909.68 Annually

General Information

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

 Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state “see my resume” or “see my personnel file” are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Water Division.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE)

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

 Employees are required to participate in the City’s direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

 This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

 Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodations for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

 LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with you. Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet by email at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org.

 NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.